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Switzerland Confirms VAT Law Amendments Including Online Platforms and Feminine Hygiene Products

  • Swiss Government confirms VAT law amendments from 2025
  • Online mail order platforms to be subject to VAT
  • Foreign tour operators exempt from tax liability for trips to Switzerland
  • Introduction of 2.5% VAT rate for feminine hygiene products
  • Federal tax authority can require security from company managers for taxes owed
  • SMEs can elect to account for VAT annually
  • Foreign companies may be exempt from appointing tax representative in Switzerland
  • VAT to be applied on transfer of emission rights and other similar rights
  • New reporting obligations for electronic platforms facilitating taxable sales
  • Various goods and services exempt from VAT or excluded from its scope.

Source: answerconnect.cch.com

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